Artists and Writers in South Africa

Everard Read And Circa Galleries

Everard Read: Everard Read is South Africa’s most famous commercial art gallery. Established in 1913 the gallery has since its inception been associated with preeminent artists from both South Africa and Internationally. For decades Everard Read has welcomed art collectors to its world-renowned Post-Modern headquarters in Rosebank Johannesburg. During the 1990’s Everard Read Cape Town was established in the Waterfront. With the growth of Cape Town into a powerful contemporary art hub, Everard Read Cape Town has evolved into a vibrant independent art dealing business that shows the most profound South African art to collectors and curators from throughout the globe. In recent years the gallery has opened its doors in the South African Winelands at Franschhoek and now at 80 Fulham Road London. CIRCA: CIRCA in Johannesburg is housed in a celebrated curvaceous building alongside Everard Read Johannesburg. It is undoubtedly a city landmark that is a magnet for contemporary art lovers. A slow walk up the circular ramp to CIRCA’s main exhibition space, and the extraordinary Darwin Room situated at the top deck, will immerse visitors in a rigorously curated program of the best contemporary art visible in South Africa. CIRCA Johannesburg is sponsored by Deutsche Bank. CIRCA Cape Town is housed in a beautiful Edwardian building alongside Everard Read Cape Town. Spacious lawns that overlook the dockland allow for the curation of monumental bronzes against a backdrop of the iconic Table Mountain.

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Stevenson

STEVENSON has an international exhibition programme with a particular focus on the region. Founded in 2003, the gallery has spaces in Cape Town, Johannesburg and Amsterdam. It is jointly owned by its directors: Federica Angelucci, Marc Barben, Lerato Bereng, Joost Bosland, David Brodie, Sinazo Chiya, Jessica Honeyman, Sisipho Ngodwana, Sophie Perryer, Alexander Richards and Michael Stevenson. Stevenson participates in Art Basel, Frieze London and Paris Photo, among other fairs.

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Latitudes Online

Latitudes Online is your online destination to discover, explore and buy contemporary art from Africa. With a constantly changing, curated selection of art from the continent and the diaspora, the platform brings together artworks presented by galleries, curators, studios, not-for-profit organisations and independent artists themselves. The first platform of this kind dedicated to art from Africa, Latitudes Online is designed to help you invest in creativity from the continent in a non-intimidating and accessible way.

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Visual Arts Network Of South Africa Vansa

VANSA operates as a support point and development agency for contemporary art practice in South Africa. We develop industry knowledge, resources, networks and projects that are concerned with realising new social, cultural and economic possibilities for contemporary art practice in the South African – and wider African – context. VANSA is a national network of artists and arts organisations with just over members.

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Bmw Young Collectors Co

Aimed at CEOs, founders, and entrepreneurs under 40, the initiative exists to develop a new generation of art collectors by affording them access to first-hand experiences with the country’s leading artists, galleries and art patrons.

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Btg Productions

Global Stories With African Voices. We are Screenwriting Experts Creating Captivating Films & TV Shows that travel. Founded by Stephen Nagel & Dean Ravell. As classically trained, award-winning screenwriters, we’ve written a range of scripts, including feature films and TV pilots that are in active development. Our expert screenwriting team is comfortable in a writers room and independently on projects, operating across multiple genres, including drama, comedy and science fiction.

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Jono Dry Art

Jono Dry Art is an art studio and production company based in Cape Town.

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Stateoftheart Gallery

StateoftheART is an independent contemporary gallery dedicated to representing artists from South Africa. The gallery comprises two spaces: an intimate exhibition space in the center of Cape Town, and a second space online - available to everyone regardless of geography: to browse, to learn, to look for advice and to buy art - at their convenience. We know buying art can be a major decision. That’s why every artist represented by StateoftheART is vetted: our intention is to deliver premium art with integrity and emotion, at great value. Established in 2010 and a pioneer in the online art market in South Africa, StateoftheART re-imagines the brick-and-mortar art gallery experience for the digital age, offering a new approach to discovering and buying contemporary art. Our pricing is clear and straightforward with the majority of the proceeds from a sale being returned to the artist who created the work. We host an exciting program of exhibitions by up-and-coming and established artists at the StateoftheART Gallery showroom in Cape Town; you'll find us at 50 Buitenkant Street, in close proximity to The Book Lounge, District Six Museum, The A4 International Arts Center, Swan Cafe and Truth Coffee, amongst other notable destinations. Telephone:+27 61 129 1899 Email: hello(at)stateoftheart-gallery.com

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Untitled

Untitled is a space for you to discover and explore, browse and buy art. We connect artists and art lovers, bringing people and art closer together. Untitled was founded by Lille van der Walt and Mia Louw. We’re two art lovers who wanted to create a space where it’s easy for people to discover and engage with art, and be inspired and uplifted by it. We want more people to grow to love art, enjoy living with it, and be excited to buy it.

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Art Africa

Art@Africa gallery is situated in the centre of the bustling V&A Waterfront, Cape Town, South Africa, approximately 120 meters from the Zeitz MOCAA. The aim of the Art@ franchise is to create meaningful art experiences. In displaying entirely South African artists, the gallery hopes to provide a platform on which the extraordinary South African talent can be recognised on an international level. Art@Africa gallery uses its unique setting to celebrate the diversity of South African art which is also showcased on our online art gallery. The Gallery invests time and enthusiasm into young artists displaying them amongst the crème de la crème to create an atmosphere of both established and new talent. The Art@Africa gallery is owned by Dirk Durnez, Belgium’s Advisor Economic Diplomacy and founder of the Cape Chamber of Commerce alongside Henk Van Aswegen, attorney, developer and businessman.

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Curatica

Creating custom murals that turn heads and stop scrolls? That's our jam! At Curatica, we blend eye-catching artistry with deep insights into brand engagement to bring your visual story to life in ways that matter. Why emphasize *your*? Because we believe every brand deserves art that truly speaks its language. While many artists offer a one-style-fits-all approach, we dive deep into understanding what makes your brand tick. From your company values to your audience's dreams, we transform these insights into public art that authentically represents your unique story. As a women-led creative agency, we bring a fresh perspective to brand activation through public art. Our all-female artist network combines diverse artistic techniques with strategic thinking to create murals and installations that don't just look stunning – they spark conversations, drive engagement, and create lasting impact. But here's what really sets us apart: we're not just creating art; we're building a movement. Through our Women in Street Art (WISA) Incubator, we're training the next generation of female artists while delivering exceptional work for brands like yours. Every project we undertake contributes to both your brand's success and women's economic empowerment in the creative sector. Whether you're looking to transform your office space, activate your brand in the community, or align your marketing with meaningful social impact, we have the expertise and passion to deliver something truly unforgettable. Ready to create something remarkable together? Let's make your walls talk.#WomenInArt #BrandActivation #PublicArt #CreativeAgency #SouthAfrica #WomenEmpowerment

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Fnb Art Joburg

Johannesburg is the cultural and economic capital of Africa, and FNB Art Joburg is its leading art fair. We believe there is no better place than Johannesburg to show all of our best artists under one roof. Because artists are best served by strong galleries with long-term representation, physical exhibition spaces and free entry for the public, Art Joburg is run for galleries with galleries and is committed to further building our region’s gallery infrastructure.

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Intermission

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Liesel Wessels - South African Portrait Artist

Liesel is a professional fine artist that specialize in portrait drawings and paintings. She works mostly with oil, charcoal and pencil mediums. She also recently launched her own Art Academy, where adults (beginners or more advance) can learn how to draw/paint or improve their existing skills. She took painting/drawing classes under the famous artist, Ernst de Jongh. Before she studied B.A. Fine Arts at the University of Free State. Thereafter she has done mostly short courses in Photography and Photoshop, but hope to do many more art workshops under International Tutors. Liesel has sold her artworks to almost every corner of South Africa and even as far as Spain. She has created over a 100 Portrait Commissions with various subject matter from babies, couple to even wedding portraits.

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Monique Paintings & Portraits

Artist & Modern Day Impressionist. My art is very vibrant colourful bouquets of roses, lilies, lisianthus, hydrangeas mainly as well as portraits and commissions of women, figures and landscapes. I have been painting full time for a few years and I am ambitious to become successful in my art. I believe in Femininity, Pureness, Beauty & Love and I am passionate about colour and what I do. I believe this is displayed in my work. My art works are for sale and commissions available upon request.

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Nicog Artist Management

At the age of 8 years, he performed as the lead singer and songwriter for an 80’s hit South African child pop band. Originally trained at a very young age by the late legendary South African born international Vocal & Opera Star, Eve Boswell, NicoG has performed with cover bands at many shows, weddings, church conferences and events during these formative years. Currently working as a Solo Artist, Writing his own songs and creating his own stage productions. NicoG has a new way of bringing his music to your doorstep with his personal, intimate and special home concert series. As an experienced Stage performer, dance teacher and ex-model his love for performance and song shows in every lyric and song. With a massive repertoire of covers as well as many original songs, his level of technical and artistic stage skill provides his audiences with an inspiring, exciting and captivating performance. Currently working on his Afrikaans Pop Album, NicoG is looking forward to continuing building an exciting career in the performing arts world. As an International Vocal & Performing Arts coach, NicoG offers unique and specialised vocal and performance coaching and accepts students of varied ages and back-ground under his tutelage through online vocal training. Lessons are based around techniques, stage work and Industry knowledge.

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Reservoir

Founded in 2021 by Heinrich Groenewald and Shona van der Merwe, RESERVOIR is a Cape Town-based gallery and curatorial partnership. With a focus on collaboration, RESERVOIR supports independent artistic practice through exhibitions, art advising, and collection management. Since opening their Bree Street space in 2023, they have presented ambitious solo and group exhibitions locally and abroad. RESERVOIR regularly participates in international art fairs and curates off-site exhibitions in collaboration with institutions and foundations across Europe and Southern Africa. The gallery is the recipient of multiple awards in recognition of its curatorial projects, and the achievements of its artists.

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Shabalala Designs

Under the expert guidance of Alex Shabalala, the artisans of Shabalala Designs create collectible, functional works of art inspired by South African wildlife.#africanart #southafricanart #ceramicart

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Skubalisto

Fine artist and muralist (street artist) based in Cape Town and associate artist at South Africa's Everard Read Gallery. I am not a writer; art and painting are my `weapon’ of choice. For me, the makings of a true artist lie in the fact that an individual can create and express, no matter what medium they use. I am particularly interested in bringing awareness to my community. My work addresses pertinent issues around social justice, identity, and belonging. I’m passionate and vocal about young people on the African continent and their futures. Over the last ten years, I’ve built an acumen and practice that is distinctive. My preferred mediums for creating my work range from spray paint, acrylic, oil pastel, charcoal to ink. I primarily create portraits in a contemporary expressionist style, both as murals and canvas paintings. I view my work as a collection of ideas and stories that serve as visual diaries for the state of the world at the time of their creation.

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Tonya Seiler Artist

I feel passionately about the importance of art in society. Art influences society by bringing fundamental issues into the light and unites us by re-instilling shared moral values like love, faith and hope.

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Art Meets

Art Meets is an African-led digital venture transforming how contemporary African visual arts are accessed, experienced, and monetized. Operated by a remote team of curators, we create scalable tools for engagement through exhibitions, multimedia content, and our flagship product—the Art Meets app. The Art Meets app is a first-of-its-kind, community-powered platform designed to map, connect, and activate Africa’s visual arts ecosystem. It offers a digital infrastructure for discovery, networking, and visibility—addressing critical gaps in access, representation, and mobility for artists, institutions, and cultural audiences across the continent. By combining interactive mapping, multimedia artist portfolios, and curated event data, Art Meets is building an inclusive, data-informed ecosystem with long-term value for creators, collectors, institutions, and funders. Our model unlocks new revenue streams, insights, and collaborations—positioning us at the intersection of art, technology, and social impact.

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Artist Admin

Artist Admin provides administrative support to artisans, musicians, painters, illustrators, photographers, videographers, designers, coders or anyone who’s creative for a living. If you’ve ever been overwhelmed trying to send a package to the States, selling products or services online, filing a tax return, trying to figure out what to charge an agency for a campaign, or have spent weeks gathering information for a visa application only to be turned down, then you’d know why we’re here. Our mission is to relieve you from these and all the other boring, complex, time-consuming tasks that just bog you down and distract you from your real strength and magical ability… to create. We are not an agent, we are not a gallery and we are not your managers. You’re the boss and we’re here to help you do your best.

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Christopher Moller Gallery

What started as an idea and a passion to assist and empower artists over the course of time evolved into the establishment now known as one of South Africa’s leading contemporary art galleries. Being art collectors ourselves, we recognise excellence and value quality above all else. That’s why we believe in providing a personal art buying experience that elevates our service offerings beyond superior, while our first-hand genuine approach and passion for empowering artists truly define us and what we do. Committed to our artists and taking today’s conversions even further, we bring to our walls only the most alluring artists, who concern themselves with topics that are relevant, thought-provoking and powerful in essence. Our Gallery is an embodiment of where the traditional and modern meet. Situated in a beautiful Victorian home, this is a space for artists to grow, clients to dream and where integrity paves the way towards hope, prosperity and maybe even a better tomorrow, because of today - because of art. Gallery Team: Christopher Moller: Curator & Co-Owner | Jaco Claassen: Chief Financial Officer & Co-Owner

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Do Not Disturb Productions

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